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Ole Tapas Bar In Suffern To Throw Annual 'Xmas Bash' Ole Tapas Bar In Suffern To Throw Annual 'Xmas Bash'
Ole Tapas Bar In Suffern To Throw Annual 'Xmas Bash' SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Suffern’s Ole Tapas Bar is hosting its annual “Xmas Bash” starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 25. Holiday drink specials for the 21 and over crowd will be crafted by mixologists Janet K and MacKenzie. Music will be provided by DJ L.O.S. The bar is located at 2 Lafayette St. For more information, click here.

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Schools
Irvington Teachers, Harlem Wizards Face Off In Fundraising Basketball Game Irvington Teachers, Harlem Wizards Face Off In Fundraising Basketball Game
Irvington Teachers, Harlem Wizards Face Off In Fundraising Basketball Game IRVINGTON, N.Y -- Irvington teachers and administrators took to the basketball court for a major PTSA fundraising event last month when they hosted the world-famous Harlem Wizards. The Wizards faced off against the Irvington All-Star team, but the game was less about the score and more about the experience and money organizers raised for the school district. “The excitement in the gym was palpable and contagious,” said Tiffany Flynn, a physical education teacher Dows Lane Elementary School who coached the Irvington team. “As they announced each member of the All-Star team, the students roar…

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News
Stratford Stage Group Wants Action On Shakespeare Theater Stratford Stage Group Wants Action On Shakespeare Theater
Stratford Stage Group Wants Action On Shakespeare Theater STRATFORD, Conn. -- The organization seeking to revive the American Festival Shakespeare Theater in Stratford is anxious to move forward, according to a report in The Stratford Star. The Stratford Stage Group is pushing the Town Council to vote on a contract, the newspaper reported. The theater has been closed since the late 1980s. For the full Stratford Star article, click here.

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Police & Fire
State Police Say 'Swatting' A Dangerous Crime, Not A Prank State Police Say 'Swatting' A Dangerous Crime, Not A Prank
State Police Say 'Swatting' A Dangerous Crime, Not A Prank MIDDLETOWN, Conn. -- State police are warning the public about a dangerous practice they say -- at the very worst -- can get someone killed, and -- at the very least -- carries harsh penalties for the caller. “Swatting,” police said, is not a prank, it is a crime. Falsely reporting violent activity, or making threats, in order to see a police tactical response takes first responders away from critical duties and true emergencies, they said. Fire and emergency medical services also may be called out unnecessarily due to such calls, police said. In October, schools in Fairfield had to be lo…

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Police & Fire
Putnam Valley Man Charged With DWI In Cortlandt Stop Putnam Valley Man Charged With DWI In Cortlandt Stop
Putnam Valley Man Charged With DWI In Cortlandt Stop CORTLANDT, N.Y. – A Putnam Valley man faces charges after he was stopped by police Saturday, Dec. 5, on Sprout Brook Road in Cortlandt. Warren S. Schiele, 50, was charged with driving while intoxicated, a misdemeanor. State police said Schiele was initially pulled over for failing to stop at a stop sign and for having an inadequate tail light. Schiele was given a breath test and was found to be over the limit, with a Blood Alcohol Content of .11 percent, state police said. He was released and is to appear in the Town of Cortlandt Justice Court on Dec. 21, state police said.

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Police & Fire
Woman Charged With Stealing Jewelry From Kohl's In Cortlandt Woman Charged With Stealing Jewelry From Kohl's In Cortlandt
Woman Charged With Stealing Jewelry From Kohl's In Cortlandt CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- An Ossining woman faces shoplifting charges after police said she stole jewelry from the Kohl’s department store in Cortlandt. Ana Cochancela, 35, was arrested on Sunday, Dec. 6, at the store, state police said. She was charged with petit larceny, a Class A misdemeanor. Police said that the store’s loss-prevention personnel told them that the suspect had concealed some jewelry in her pocket and had tried to leave without paying for it. Cochancela was released after posting $300 bail and is to appear in the Town of Cortlandt Justice Court on Monday, Dec. 21, police said.

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Politics
Norwalk's Perone Leads Legislative Task Force Meeting On Digital Taxation Norwalk's Perone Leads Legislative Task Force Meeting On Digital Taxation
Norwalk's Perone Leads Legislative Task Force Meeting On Digital Taxation NORWALK, Conn. – The taxation of digital goods was among the many topics tackled at a meeting last weekend of a National Conference of State Legislature task force, said state Rep. Chris Perone of Norwalk. “Taxes continue to be a hot-button issue in our state,” said Perone, who was led the meeting as co-chair of the Executive Committee Task Force on State and Local Taxation. Perone, who also heads the conference’s Commerce Committee, said the task force strives to provide guidance on tax issues to state legislators. The taxation of digital goods and services happens to be one of the bigges…

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Real Estate
Houlihan Lawrence Adds Murphy, Fewster, Mattson To New Canaan Team Houlihan Lawrence Adds Murphy, Fewster, Mattson To New Canaan Team
Houlihan Lawrence Adds Murphy, Fewster, Mattson To New Canaan Team NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Houlihan Lawrence has added Bill Murphy, Molly Fewster and Libby Mattson to its New Canaan brokerage staff.“We are thrilled to have Bill, Molly and Libby join our growing team," said Amanda Briggs, New Canaan brokerage manager. “Each of them has enjoyed a great deal of success and brings with them a wealth of experience. We are honored to partner with them in their continued growth.” Murphy, a lifelong resident of New Canaan, has been involved in the local real estate market for most of his adult life. A graduate of Harvard College and the Stanford School of Busine…

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Schools
BOCES, Manhattanville Team Up To Offer College-Level Courses For Teachers BOCES, Manhattanville Team Up To Offer College-Level Courses For Teachers
Boces, Manhattanville Team Up To Offer College-Level Courses For Teachers YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- As state mandates change, more teachers are packing their book bags and heading back to class themselves, say Yorktown-based BOCES officials. Bilingual education is now one of the most sought-after certifications, they say. In 2014, the state moved to require school districts to offer bilingual support if they have 20 or more students -- across a grade level -- who speak a second language at home. In order to meet teachers’ needs, the Hudson River Teacher Center at Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES has teamed up with Purchase’s Manhattanville College to offer college-leve…

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Lifestyle
White Plains Carries On Holiday Tradition With Santa's Mailbox White Plains Carries On Holiday Tradition With Santa's Mailbox
White Plains Carries On Holiday Tradition With Santa's Mailbox WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – There’s no snow on the ground, and it may not feel like Christmas yet, but an annual holiday tradition has arrived in White Plains. Santa’s Mailbox is now in place on the front steps of City Hall, 255 Main St. Children may drop their letters to St. Nick there any time from now until Friday, Dec. 18. Little elves should remember to put their return addresses on the envelopes so Santa can send them a personalized reply. City Hall officials said they were honored that Santa “has once again chosen White Plains for this very important purpose (we think it’s because we’ve be…

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